Talent & Development Specialist

Talent Development & Learning Specialist

We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients.

The Company

Munich Re America Services (MRAS) is a shared service organization that delivers services to all Munich Re US P&C Companies and other group entities.

As a member of Munich Re's US operations, we offer the financial strength and stability that comes with being part of the world's preeminent insurance and reinsurance brand. Our risk experts work together to assemble the right mix of products and services to help our clients stay competitive – from traditional reinsurance coverages, to niche and specialty reinsurance and insurance products.

The Opportunity

Future focused and always one step ahead!

The TD&L Specialist is integral role to help us support and deliver our strategic agenda across the region as well as partner with colleagues in the wider HR function (both regionally and globally). The TD&L function collaborates closely with key partners across a range of different businesses to help drive and support their business strategies. We actively coordinate our key talent within the region and provide opportunities and career development initiatives for employees, manage programs and training events, including logistics, and participate in talent identification, talent tracking and administration of talent programs.

Responsibilities          

• 50/50 support across HSB entity and regional talent needs
• Partners with TD&L Partner to conduct needs analysis to determine appropriate instructional design methods, content of training and media. Conducts research to gain a detailed understanding of project requirements.
• Facilitates live instructor-led classroom and virtual training sessions, in accordance with adult learning principles and classroom / platform management best practices.
• Ensures alignment of training programs with other Talent Development & Learning systems and initiatives, including talent programs, career development initiatives and succession planning programs.
• Manages logistics associated with the planning and delivery of TD&L programs, sessions and events.
• Runs day to day operations associated with TD&L programs such as talent, coaching, etc., to include participation in vendor selection process.
• Work with Regional Program Manager to support accelerated development programs.
• Manage processing of tuition assistance, certification, designation, and certificate programs for employees.
• Partner with TD&L Partner to support entity specific initiatives and deliver strategic leadership and employee development programs.
• Maintain and support internal intranet pages; ensure they are kept up to date, accurate and relevant. 
• Supporting regional and local orientation initiatives. Facilitation, updating, and coordinating across the region.
• Regional/Global Projects – contribute to regional or global projects where relevant.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess the following skills/capabilities:       

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field with a minimum of 3  years of related experience. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills required. 
• Top notch customer service skills and facilitations skills.
• Instructional design skills a plus. 
• Technical ability to work at a high level in systems and software required (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc). 
• Strong influence skills.

The Company is open to considering candidates in numerous locations, including Amelia (OH), Hartford (CT), and Princeton (NJ). The salary range posted below reflects market variations across various locations. The offer will be adjusted per geography.

The base salary range anticipated for this position is $73,500 - $107,800, plus opportunity for company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay.  In addition, the company makes available a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 

The salary estimate is adjusted to reflect the varying market conditions across different locations, with the with the higher end being more aligned with the Princeton, NJ job market. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the range.

We are proud to offer our employees, their domestic partners, and their children, a wide range of insurance benefits:

• Two options for your health insurance plan (PPO or High Deductible).
• Prescription drug coverage (included in your health insurance plan).
• Vision and dental insurance plans.
• Additional insurance coverages provided at no cost to you, such as basic life insurance equal to 1x annual salary and AD&D coverage that is equal to 1x annual salary.
• Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
• Supplemental Life and AD&D plans that you can purchase for yourself and dependents (includes Spouse/domestic partner and children).
• Voluntary Benefit plans that supplement your health and life insurance plans (Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity).

In addition to the above insurance offerings, our employees also enjoy:

• A robust 401k plan with up to a 5% employer match
• A retirement savings plan that is 100% company funded.
• Paid time off that begins with 24 days each year, with more days added when you celebrate milestone service anniversaries.
• Eligibility to receive a yearly bonus as a Munich Re employee.
• A variety of health and wellness programs provided at no cost.
• Paid time off for eligible family care needs.
• Tuition assistance and educational achievement bonuses.
• A corporate matching gifts program that further enhances your charitable donation.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.

At Munich Re, we see Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.   

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.